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Welcome
to the premiere issue of GSPIA News Online, bringing
you the news and events of the Graduate School of
Public and International Affairs.
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In
This Issue
A
Message from the Dean
Reflections on the past year and plans for the
future by David Y. Miller, Interim Dean
Urban
and Regional Renewal in Western Pennsylvania
GSPIA confronts issues of urban decline and suburban
sprawl in Western Pennsylvania
Advances
in Public and International Affairs GSPIA
advances with a new major in human security, a new
program in civil security and disaster management,
and recognition of local government management.
Centers
of Excellence The Johnson Institute,
GSPIA's Nonprofit Clinic, the Ridgway Center, and
the Ford Institute discuss issues in ethics and accountability,
community revitalization, security and intelligence,
and child soldiers.
Awards
and Accolades Local
Government Academy recognizes GSPIA; GSPIA honors
leaders of the past and present at ASPA conference;
and Wangari Maathai receives honorary degree from
GSPIA.
Faculty
News Former Dean Carolyn Ban conducts
research in Brussels, Charli Carpenter's new book
was published, Donald Goldstein donates his $890,000
collection, and much more!
Student
News Recent dissertations by doctoral
students; student cabinet elects new officers; Agora
plans Annual Conference
Editorial
Staff/Contact Us
One
of only a few schools in the United States that includes
public affairs, international affairs, and international
development, GSPIA is also recognized for its commitment
to public service and cutting-edge research geared
toward generating positive change. The school houses
the Matthew B. Ridgway Center for International
Security Studies, the Ford Institute for Human Security,
the Johnson Institute for Responsible Leadership,
and the Nonprofit Clinic.
As
multidisciplinary professional school, GSPIA prepares
leaders to build a better world.
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